My 16" Denny's Recon Midlength Build

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Posted: 7/25/2006 5:24:26 PM EDT

Well I just about finished my Midlength Build. All I need is a nice peice of glass sitting on top. I am still unsure of what I want to put on. I know I am going with a Larue SPR mount with either a Nikon Tactical 2.5-10x44 Illuminated Mil Dot, or Leupold Tactical 3-9x36 Mark 4 MR/T Illuminated Mil Dot. But I have tossed around the idea of putting another ACOG on...If I don't go w/ the ACOG a Dr Optic will be needed for the quick close range shots. What would you guys go with? Target Engagement is between 50-200 yards btw.

Here's the specs:

16" Denny's 1/7 Stainless Steel Recon Barrel Wylde Chamber
CMT Wylde Chambered Headspaced Bolt w/ Wolf Ejector Spring and SPR 0 Ring
Bushmaster Lower
CMT A3 Upper
Larue Tactical 9.0"
Vortex Flash Suppressor
Magpul MIAD Grip OD Green/Black
Mpagul M93B OD Green/Black
Magpul Rail Ladders OD Green
Magpul Enhanced Trigger Guard
YHM Bipod Adapter
Harris 6-9" Bipod
PRI Low Profile Gas Block

Posted: 7/25/2006 5:32:21 PM EDT

[#1]

Wow, that looks good. I would like to do a 16" middy recon with a DD 12.0 for my next build. I think I'm ging to use the Leupold MR/T-M2 1.5-5x.

Posted: 7/25/2006 5:41:25 PM EDT

[#2]

Just curious what specifies a gun as a "recon"

Posted: 7/25/2006 5:50:57 PM EDT

[#3]

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Just curious what specifies a gun as a "recon"

Roughly, a 16" carbine with mid-weight/medium contour barrel, FF rail, and magnified optic. Generally used for short to medium distance precision work, but still light and compact enough to run and gun.

Posted: 7/25/2006 7:46:31 PM EDT

[#4]

Optik, nice! I like the look of the LaRue, the PRI block, and the stainless barrel. Very classy!

John

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6.5 Grendel: Soul of an AR10; Body of an AR15

Posted: 7/25/2006 9:31:07 PM EDT

[#5]

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What would you guys go with? Target Engagement is between 50-200 yards btw.

I'd use a variable power 1.5-5x short dot/shotgun scope for that range, and for the versatility.

Posted: 7/25/2006 10:04:10 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Just curious what specifies a gun as a "recon"

Roughly, a 16" carbine with mid-weight/medium contour barrel, FF rail, and magnified optic. Generally used for short to medium distance precision work, but still light and compact enough to run and gun.

Thanks :)

Posted: 7/26/2006 3:07:47 AM EDT

[#7]

Thats a great looking setup

Posted: 8/22/2006 11:38:25 AM EDT

[#8]

Nice rifle, how heavy is it, say compared to an M4 type rifle? Done any shooting with it yet?

Posted: 8/22/2006 11:48:23 AM EDT

[#9]

very nice, the green on black is sharp.

Posted: 8/22/2006 5:38:26 PM EDT

[#10]

Sweet looking stick I have been having very good success with low power variables on my Recons. Scopes in the 1.5 X 5 range or so.

Denny

Posted: 8/22/2006 5:41:00 PM EDT

[#11]

Very nice indeed.

Posted: 8/22/2006 5:51:03 PM EDT

[#12]

Looks great! Enjoy it!

Posted: 8/25/2006 10:43:06 AM EDT

[#13]

Just curious, what was the total cost in parts?

Posted: 8/25/2006 11:01:57 AM EDT

[#14]

Pic of my Recon with the Leupold 1.5-5x20 Mark 4 MR/T 30mm Riflescope.
I like the scope allot because it can be used at close ranges also. I am very happy with the Leupold.

Posted: 8/25/2006 11:07:40 AM EDT

[#15]

What exactly is the Wylde chamber?

Posted: 8/25/2006 11:21:43 AM EDT

[#16]

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What exactly is the Wylde chamber?

Half-way between a "Match .223" chamber and a "5.56 NATO" chamber.

Optik- Nice rifle. I'd personally go with a S&B Short Dot, Leupold 1.5-5X, or a Meopta 1-4X scope. I like that magnification for the 50-200yd mission.

Honestly, if you're only shooting to 200yds, I have had good success with my Eotech at that distance. However, with a 4-5X magnified scope, you can identify your target more successfully.

Posted: 8/25/2006 11:29:00 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:

Quoted:
What would you guys go with? Target Engagement is between 50-200 yards btw.

I'd use a variable power 1.5-5x short dot/shotgun scope for that range, and for the versatility.

I agree with the Swingset here... keep in mind that if you plan on using it during inclement weather, low-light or any sort of close-and-fast work I would recommend that your optic be illuminated as well. Generally speaking, the bolder or brighter the reticle, the faster you can put sights on target. Then.... you won't need a Docter or Optima, hence the other reason for a variable 1-5 power optic.

Posted: 8/25/2006 11:34:25 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:

Quoted:
What exactly is the Wylde chamber?

Half-way between a "Match .223" chamber and a "5.56 NATO" chamber.

Optik- Nice rifle. I'd personally go with a S&B Short Dot, Leupold 1.5-5X, or a Meopta 1-4X scope. I like that magnification for the 50-200yd mission.

Honestly, if you're only shooting to 200yds, I have had good success with my Eotech at that distance. However, with a 4-5X magnified scope, you can identify your target more successfully.

Does it have any ill effect on using 5.56 ammo? Also does it require any special bolt/carrier?